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Alissa Bayer to Speak at RISE Event

July 2, 2011

Alissa Bayer, founder of milk + honey Spa, is speaking at an event with Austin’s top innovators.

RISE (Relationship & Information Series for Entrepreneurs) is having an exclusive member day.
When: Friday, July 22
Where: Acton School of Business

Sessions will be hosted by RISE entrepreneurs Alissa Bayer, Founder of milk + honey Spa; Kim Overton, Founder of SPIbelt; and Gary Hoover, Founder of Hoovers, and more. The sessions will run from 10:00am until 5:30pm followed by a Member Happy Hour.

Registration will open on Tuesday, July 5. More info under Upcoming Dates on your RISE Member profile.

This event is for RISE members only. It’s not too late to sign up; only $99/year ($8.25/month) gets you access to exclusive events and resources throughout the year. Learn more.

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All the Details on Supergoop Sunscreen

July 2, 2011

Our milk + honey Spa Product of the Month is Supergoop Sunscreen Swipes. If you’re wondering what Supergoop is all about, don’t worry. Our very own assistant manager Renee Rodgers had Supergoop training (for real) and now she’s a bit of a Supergoop expert.

Here’s what Renee has learned …

Supergoop is free of parabens and Oxybenzone, that’s the icky stuff. There is also no artificial colors or fragrances.

It has been clinically tested in both the Asian and European markets. Right now, the United States doesn’t currently require or offer clinical testing, which makes our product unique.

Supergoop products are great for sensitive skin. They can be worn alone or under make up. All Supergoop products, with exception of the specific face lotion, are SPF 30. The face lotion is SPF 35. Supergoop lip balm comes in Mint and Acai and has the highest SPF of any lip balm out there. Also, the Sun Stick will Sun Stick will not melt if left in the sun or car. How many products can say that?

There are two types of sunscreen: Physical vs Chemical

Physical sunscreen includes anything that sits on the top layer of the skin and allows for immediate entry into the sun. This would include the Swipes (zinc oxide) and Sticks (titanium oxide). Both of these items are great for reapplication.

Chemical sunscreen includes the lotions. These must soak into the skin and therefore requires 30 minutes because of application and entry into the sun. These are great for initial application.

UVA rays and UVB rays both can cause damage to the skin. UVA rays cause sun damage at best and cancer at worst. UVB rays result in fine lines and wrinkles.

Sunscreen is no longer allowed to claim “waterproof” but must read “water resistant.” All sunscreen, no matter the level of SPF or brand, must be reapplied every 2 hours for full effectiveness as it all breaks down at the same rate.

The bottom line is, your skin needs to be taken care of in the sun.

Supergoop products are now available at milk + honey spa.

Don’t forget Supergoop Sunscreen Wipes are our Spa Product of the Month.

Serum (which we do not currently carry)
SPF 30
24 hour moisture complex
Allows Vitamin D production (which is the only sunscreen product on the market that allows production of Vitamin D while wearing sunscreen!!!)

THE BOTTOM LINE IS YOU SHOULD WEAR SUNSCREEN!

That’s All!

Renee

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Renee Rodgers
assistant manager | spa partisan

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SALON Product of the Month: Aveda – Sun Care Hair + Body Cleanser

July 2, 2011

Aveda – Sun Care Hair + Body Cleanser

Aveda’s hair + body cleanser is perfect for anyone enjoying some fun in the sun. It is a color-safe formula that gently and effectively removes chlorine, salt and product build-up, while helping to maintain moisture balance. A corn-derived chelator removes minerals found in chlorinated pool water which cause discoloration. Tamanu oil and certified organic coconut oil help maintain moisture balance. Use daily or whenever hair is exposed to sun, salt and chlorine.

This product retails for $24 for the 8.5 fl oz. bottle.

In the month of July, it is free with an in-store retail purchase of $100 of Aveda products or more!

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Please Vote For Us! Austin Monthly – Best of Beauty 2011

July 2, 2011

Austin Monthly Magazine is running their 2011 Best of Beauty survey, and they want to hear from you. It is a quick survey where you’ll be able to nominate your favorites from our milk + honey staff. Austin Monthly wants you to rave about your stylist, gush about your colorist and tell them exactly why milk + honey should be recognized. Plus, in their October issue, the favorites get a shout-out.

We appreciate your continued support. Being recognized in Austin Monthly will help continue to make our local business grow.

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Spa Product of the Month: Supergoop Sunscreen Swipes

July 1, 2011

Supergoop Sunscreen Swipes

The Supergoop Sunscreen Swipes are ideal for all skin types, especially sensitive skin and toddlers 2-3 months of age and up. Formulated to calm, soothe and protect, these soft pre-moistened, paraben-free, water-resistant wipes deliver powerful SPF 30 protection for the face & body. They’re super convenient and easy to carry in your beach bag, golf bag, baby bag or purse.

Available in July as our Product of the Month in 40 ct. for $34 and 8 ct. for $11

We love Supergoop Sunscreen Swipes because:

  • Gentle and effective UV protection
  • Natural, non-irritating paraben-free preservative system
  • Protects skin without leaving a residue or greasy feeling
  • Helps to gently remove sand while reinforcing primary layer of UV protection.
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Pics from Curl’s Night Out

June 30, 2011

SALON by milk + honey hosted an event on June 23 for all of the curly girls in Austin. Mia, Clarissa and Laura are all Deva certified stylists. They demonstrated the fabulous Deva Curl Haircut. Everyone who attended received a goodie bag filled with Deva Curl products and now has the knowledge of how to maintain the perfect curl. Check out the pictures below, and we look forward to seeing everyone at our next event.

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Fan Favorite

June 15, 2011

We know that we have some amazing employees. And we feel that our clients recognize them every day by requesting them when they visit milk + honey the next time. But, we thought that it would be fun for our clients to nominate their favorite milk + honey employees.

Thus, we’ve started a quarterly Fan Favorite contest. Click here to go to a form to nominate you favorite milk + honey staffer. Visit back to our blog on July 1 to view the winner.

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Curl’s Night Out

June 6, 2011

Curl’s Night Out! – June 23

SALON by milk + honey is hosting an event for all of the curly girls in Austin. We know that achieving the perfect curl is not as easy as it looks. Join us on June 23rd from 6-8pm as 3 of our talented stylists demonstrate the fabulous Deva Curl Haircut. We’ll show you how to use the Deva Curl system and answer any questions about maintaining the perfect curl. Anyone who attends the event will receive a goodie bag filled with super fun Deva Curl products as well as 15% off your first Deva Curl haircut! If you’re interested in receiving your haircut at the event, inquire with our SALON manager, Chase, to schedule a Deva Curl cut at a very special price, this night only!

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2ND Sundays and a free gift from milk + honey

June 2, 2011

Summer starts June 12. Well, not technically (that’s June 21), but Sunday, June 12 is the beginning of 2ND Sundays at the 2ND Street District.

About 2ND Sundays

Starting June 12th, the 2ND Street District will host 2ND Sundays. We invite you to brunch and browse while we roll out the red carpet for you. (Ok, maybe not actual red carpet, but we will have in-store promotions, sidewalk sales, even some bites and bevvies while you shop. Austin is the Live Music Capital of the world, so who knows, we may have some accoustic accompaniment.)

milk + honey is joining in on the fun. If you’re already strolling the area, make sure to stop by our downtown location. We’ll be giving away a free gift to everyone who comes in the spa.

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Mother’s Day Makeover Contest winner – Nanette

June 1, 2011

We love our mothers. That’s why milk + honey held a Mother’s Day Makeover Contest. Thank you so much for all of your entries. It was wonderful reading all of the stories on what makes mothers so special. It was very difficult to pick a winner for our downtown and Galleria locations, but we pick two. We can’t wait to do it all over again next year.

Click here for our downtown winner’s story.
Nanette is the Galleria winner. Her mother Nancy nominated her and wrote the entry below.

Nanette - BEFORE

Last year, just before her 42nd birthday, Nannette got the life-changing news that she had breast cancer. It was so unexpected, as there is no history of breast cancer in our family. Nanette has been a vegetarian for many years, and is now a vegan. She loves to do yoga and to walk and to keep herself healthy. She is a single mother of a 12-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son.

Nanette went through her double mastectomy, chemotherapy and reconstruction with the help of wonderful friends and an amazing attitude. She decided to wear glittery eyeshadow, lipstick, sprinkle glitter in her hair and wear glittery t-shirts and shoes to every cancer treatment to help herself feel cute and sparkly. She started a blog and called it “Glitter Every Day,” in which she bared her soul. The blog made her friends and loved ones laugh, cry and become deeply aware of the reality of breast cancer.

She absolutely adores spas and massages, but the cancer treatment and recovery have been very expensive, so she has had to give up her favorite indulgence for a while. Also, she has to constantly battle the feeling that she is unattractive and different because of her breast cancer treatment, so winning a Mother’s Day Makeover would be so wonderful and welcomed by Nanette.

Her breast cancer diagnosis was a huge setback, but she is back on her feet and grateful for her life, her family and friends.

Nanette - AFTER

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